Here’s a bold, flavor-packed sandwich that’s gone viral for good reason: the Chopped Italian Sandwich. It’s crunchy, savory, and totally customizable—perfect for lunch, meal prep, or sharing with friends.
🇮🇹 Chopped Italian Sandwich
🧺 Ingredients:
- 1 hoagie roll, ciabatta, or focaccia
- 2 slices salami
- 2 slices pepperoni
- 2 slices ham or turkey
- 1 slice provolone or mozzarella
- ¼ cup shredded lettuce
- 1 tbsp chopped red onion
- 1 tbsp chopped banana peppers or pickles
- 1 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tsp red wine vinegar
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Optional: tomato slices, olives, or hot sauce
🔪 Instructions:
- Chop the fillings
- On a cutting board, stack the meats, cheese, lettuce, onion, and peppers.
- Use a large knife to chop everything together until finely mixed.
- Mix the dressing
- Add mayo, vinegar, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper directly onto the chopped mix.
- Toss everything together until creamy and well combined.
- Toast the bread (optional)
- Lightly toast your roll or bread for extra crunch.
- Assemble the sandwich
- Pile the chopped mixture onto the bread.
- Press gently, slice in half, and serve.
🌟 Tips:
- Add crushed chips inside for extra texture.
- Use spicy mustard or pesto mayo for a flavor twist.
- Make it vegetarian with grilled veggies and provolone.
